Neil W. Draisin, O.D., FCOVD

Dr. Draisin has been a Behavioral Optometrist in the Charleston area for 32 years. His practice is dedicated to providing excellent behavioral vision care and eyecare for the entire family. He is Charleston 's only optometrist who is Board certified in Children's' Vision by the College of Optometrists in Vision Development. Dr Draisin is President of the South Carolina Optometric Association.

Dr. Neil W. Draisin is an Optometrist board certified in Children's Vision and Visual Perception and Development, as well as treatment and management of eye disease. An authority in Vision Therapy and rehabilitation, Dr. Draisin maintains a private practice in Charleston , SC , which he established in 1972. He is a Fellow of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development. Dr. Draisin is a member of the Coastal Carolina Optometric Society, the South Carolina Optometric Association, the American Optometric Association, and the Optometric Extension Program. He is past president of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development and currently serves as past president of the South Carolina Optometric Association.Dr. Draisin is a graduate of the College of Charleston with a B.S. in Biology, and he is a graduate of Pennsylvania College of Optometry. He completed his residency in Pediatric Optometry and Vision Therapy at State University of New York.

The American Optometric Association awarded Dr. Draisin the Optometric Recognition Award.Dr. Draisin serves as an Adjunct Professor for Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Southern College of Optometry and Alabama College of Optometry serving as a preceptor for the externship program.

Recently, Dr. Draisin was appointed to the Board of Trustees of the Southeastern Congress of Optometry.

Dr. Draisin established the Head Start Vision Screening Program in Charleston in 1976. Over 1,000 children are screened through this program yearly.

Dr. Draisin is also involved in many organizations outside optometry. He has served as president of the Charleston Jewish Community Center, and received the National JWB Young Leadership Award. Dr. Draisin has also served as vice president of the Charleston Jewish Federation, on the board of his synagogue, and on the Executive Board of the Charleston Boy Scout Council. He is a member of the St. Andrews Rotary Club, where he has a 13 year perfect attendance record. In 2004 the College of Charleston Foundation elected Dr. Draisin to its Board of Directors.

Dr. Draisin was born and raised in Charleston . He and his wife, Carolyn, have three children: Alison, Leslie, and David. Alison is getting her PhD in Clinical Psychology in Seattle , Leslie is working at a Children's shelter in Boston and David is an Attorney in Los Angeles in the Entertainment Industry.

Dr. Jennifer M Smith

Dr. Smith grew up in eastern Ohio. She attended college at The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH. After completing her Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition degree, she continued her education at Nova Southeastern College of Optometry in Davie, FL. While studying at Nova, Dr. Smith held leadership positions such as President of her class and President of Nova's Student Government Association. Her love assisting others drove her to organize and successfully complete three medical missions to third world countries during her optometry school years.

Professional organizations that Dr. Smith is involved include: President of the Coastal Carolina Optometric Association, member of the American Optometric Association, member of the South Carolina Optometric Association, and member of the Optometric Nutrition Society. Dr. Smith is working to obtain her Fellow of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development, which she is currently a member. She is one of the charter members of Women in Specialized Eyecare of Charleston. She is the South Carolina InfantSEE State Leader promoting infant exams and detection of early eye diseases. She also is the co-clinical director of South Carolina's Special Olympics Lion's Club International Opening Eyes program that provides vision care and glasses to the special needs population. Dr. Smith was honored in Vision Monday magazine, featured in the article "The Next Generation of Optometry Leadership."

Dr. Smith has always had a deep commitment to her community. She is a member of Charleston Junior League, working on a committee with the Boys and Girls Club's Reading Soul Mates. She currently sits on the South Eastern SC Girl Scout Council's Gold Award committee and has served as a Brownie Girl Scout leader. She spends numerous fun weekends with her Little Sister from the Big Brothers/Big Sisters program. Dr. Smith was recognized with the President's Volunteer Service Award in 2008.

Moving to Charleston has been a childhood dream of Dr. Smith's. Her grandparents resided in Summerville, SC and most of her summers were spent in the local areas visiting with them. When not involved in professional duties, Dr. Smith loves to spend time with family and friends. She adores her dogs, Bailey and Follie, who get many trips to the Dog Park and beach. Dr. Smith also enjoys camping, kayaking, photography, scrapbooking and sports, especially Ohio State Football.

Francis W. Shealy, III, O.D., F.A.A.O.

Francis W. Shealy, III, O.D., F.A.A.O.Dr. Shealy was born and raised in a military family and spent most of his childhood growing up in different cities in Texas. He attended the College of Charleston and completed a Bachelor of Science in Biology and graduated Cum Laude. While in college, Dr. Shealy began his optometric career as a technician at the Draisin Vision Group. After college, he attended the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry where he was involved in several organizations and was the Dean's student representative to the Academic Affairs committee.

At the UAB School of Optometry, Dr. Shealy was recognized with several awards. These include the College of Optometrists in Vision Development Award for Excellence in Vision Therapy, the Gas Permeable Lens Institute Award for Clinical Excellence in the Field of GP Contact Lenses, the School of Optometry Dean's Award, the UAB Dean's Award for Excellence, and the Beta Sigma Kappa Silver Star.

After completing optometry school, Dr. Shealy joined the United States Air Force where he served as a staff optometrist at MacDill AFB in Tampa, FL. While in the Air Force, Dr. Shealy was awarded with Distinguished Graduate at Commissioned Officer Training School, 6th Aerospace Medicine Squadron Company Grade Officer of the Year 2006, and Air Mobility Command Company Grade Optometrist of the Year 2006.Dr. Shealy became a Fellow in the American Academy of Optometry in 2007. He is currently a member of the South Carolina Optometric Association, American Optometric Society, and American Academy of Optometry.

Dr. Shealy is married to Kelly and they have one child, Noah, who is two years old. When not working, he likes to spend time with his wife and son, read a good book, go for a run, and go to the beach. He is an avid sports fan and especially likes college basketball, tennis, and running. Dr. Shealy is excited to return to Charleston to be closer to family and friends.